Presentation
Presentation
Givry occupies a central position in the Côte Chalonnaise. The area of appellation stretches across three communes - Dracy-le-Fort, Givry and Jambles - 6 kms in the south of Mercurey.
The type of soils (calcic or brown limestone from the alteration of limestone during the Jurassic Period) results in wines that are often compared to those of Volnay.
Red Givry is said to have been the preferred wine of King Henri IV.
The type of soils (calcic or brown limestone from the alteration of limestone during the Jurassic Period) results in wines that are often compared to those of Volnay.
Red Givry is said to have been the preferred wine of King Henri IV.
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Terroir
Brown limestone soil
Winemaking
Handpiking, sorting of grapes upon arrival at the winery.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated stainless steel vats for 3 to 4 weeks.
Aging in oak barrels (15 to 20% new barrels) for 12 to 14 months.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated stainless steel vats for 3 to 4 weeks.
Aging in oak barrels (15 to 20% new barrels) for 12 to 14 months.
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Advice
Serving
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
Tasting
Very fresh nose redolent of red and black fruit (strawberry, blackberry…) mingle with a hint of spice. This wine's structure features tannins that are still rather firm in its youth, but will soften after 2-3 years in the cellar. A balanced, fleshy, delicate wine with a lovely, fruity finish.
Food pairings
Grilled, roasted or stewed red meat
Medium cheeses
Medium cheeses
Quotes
Wine Enthusiast: 90/100 (2018)
